Abstract

A SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS ON ACHARA RASAYANA

Vd. Asmita Sutar and *Vd. Nikita Pardeshi

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Abstract

„Rasayana tantra‟ or „Science of Rejuvenation‟ is one among the eight branches of Ayurveda, which is exclusively devoted to nutrition, rejuvenation and geriatrics. Classical term “Rasayana” can refer to nutrition or nourishment for body, mind and soul. Ayurveda being Indian systems of medicine, which offers the concept of Achara rasayana and sadvritta. Achar rasayana is “good conduct for society” And Sadvritta is “good conduct for self”. This concept can prevent the diseases which are being caused by “pradnaparadha”. Achara rasayana is an “Adravyabhuta” type of Rasayana where no pharmaceutical measures are taken into consideration. To maintain a healthy body and mind, good immunity plays a vital role. Achara rasayana holds a key factor for healthy life, which can balance and strenthens physical, mental, social and spiritual health. So, one can achieve longevity. It can be better known as „Rejuvenation without a single medicine‟. It is a right code of sociobehavioural conduct which teaches dos and don‟ts to lead a happy as well as healthy life. It includes moral conducts and behaviour conducts to be followed for acquiring physical and mental wellbeing. In present era, hectic lifestyle, competitive society, a departure from the natural rhythms, are reflected in our physical health and more so on our mental health. our senses are heavily influenced by constant stimulation from computers, cell phones, television, and other electronic devices. The principle and methods as said under Achara rasayana can help as a preventive measure for these issues. Spiritual calmness of mind, concentrationbuilds a good society. Whereas anger, ego, stress, violence are add-on factors for psychiatric ailments. So, Rasayana is a unique branch in Ayurveda to tranquilize the emotional harmony of individuals.

Keywords: Achara rasayana, Ayurveda, Holistic medicine, Rejuvenation.